Summary:
The five public schools in zip code 77385, part of the Conroe Independent School District (Isd), serve students from elementary through high school in Conroe, Texas, and include three elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school.
Suchma Elementary stands out as the academic star, earning a 5-star rating and ranking in the 90th percentile statewide while spending the least per student ($8,562) and having the highest student-teacher ratio (16.4:1). In contrast, Oak Ridge Elementary presents a paradox: it has the highest spending per student ($10,883) and the lowest student-teacher ratio (13.5), yet also the highest percentage of economically disadvantaged students (69.24%), still achieving a solid 4-star rating. Houser Elementary has the smallest enrollment (588 students) and the lowest student-teacher ratio (12:1), but its academic performance lags behind Suchma and Oak Ridge. Irons J H shows a dramatic split: it excels in Algebra I (90.61% proficient vs. 54.03% statewide) but struggles in 7th Grade Mathematics (24.84% proficient). Oak Ridge High School is a pillar of strength with a 96.2% graduation rate and outperforms the state in Biology, English I & II, and U.S. History, though its Algebra I proficiency (33.26%) is a notable weakness.
Key takeaways include the "Suchma Effect," where top results come without high spending, and the "Oak Ridge Elementary Paradox," showing targeted resources can mitigate poverty's challenges. Irons Junior High's math split suggests it accelerates top students but may need more support for grade-level learners. The Spanish test score anomaly at Oak Ridge and Houser Elementary, with wild year-over-year swings due to small sample sizes, highlights the need for targeted support for English Language Learners. Overall, this area offers a mix of high-performing and high-needs schools, with clear differences in resources and outcomes.
Thank you for your feedback!